A special screening of the new action movie “Parker” this week will help raise money for the 200 Club of the Coastal Empire. The local nonprofit provides immediate financial assistance for families of first responders who are killed or severely injured in the line of duty.

“Parker” itself has a local connection, with Savannah’s Stratton Leopold being one of the film’s executive producers. The R-rated film about a professional thief stars Jason Statham and Jennifer Lopez, and also features Michael Chiklis, Wendell Pierce and Nick Nolte.

“Every time we respond to a line-of-duty death, it’s about a $250,000 commitment,” said Mark Dana, president of the 200 Club. “So that’s why it’s important to continue awareness, drive membership and raise funds for the organization.”

—Dash Coleman

IF YOU GO

What: Screening of “Parker” to raise funds for the 200 Club of the Coastal Empire

When: 5:30 p.m. Thursday

Where: Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St.

Cost: $20 per person, $10 for first responders

Information: For more information about the event and to buy tickets, go to savannahboxoffice.com. To get more information about the 200 Club, go to twohundredclub.org.